West Jet Several flights weekly connecting through Vancouver;www.westjet.comGETTING AROUND:

Car Rental Recommended mode of transport on the island; Shuttles available to and from the Kahului Airport;

WHERE TO STAY:

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Situated on 54 acres (including the Honokahua Preservation Site, an ancient Hawaiian burial ground) this oceanfront hotel recently completed a $180 million refurbishment. The hotel features 463 guestrooms, including 107 one and two-bedroom Residential Suites; six restaurants; and the new Ritz-Carlton Spa; two championship golf courses; and Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program with a variety of outdoor activities with trained naturalists. Cultural expert Clifford Neole is a fount of knowledge on Hawaii and is regularly on hand. One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Kapalua, Maui; (808) 669-6200; www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/KapaluaMaui/Default.htm

The Hotel Hāna-Maui With a history dating to 1946 the hotel has mindfully kept an old fashioned plantation aesthetic in its 22 bungalow style bay cottages featuring private patios and views of Hana Bay and 47 Sea Ranch cottages including seven private one-bedroom ocean front suites. The eco-conscious resort maintains a sense of tranquility throughout its extensive, lush grounds. Use of the award winning Honua Spa is complimentary to guests, as is daily yoga and many other sporting and cultural activities (inquire for details). 5031 Hana Hwy, Hana; (808) 248-8211; hotelhanamaui.com

Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm Lavender, and protea farm located at 4000 ft. in Maui’s cooler uplands with panoramic views of the surrounding area and a serene atmosphere. Olive trees, hydrangea and various other plants also grow on the property. Relax with a cup of lavender tea and lavender scones on the terrace, or browse the gift shop for unique items made locally with lavender. Educational walking tours offered five times daily, seasonal wreath workshops, Gallery Gift Shop open daily, gourmet lunch basket available, car tour available twice daily. 1100 Waipoli Road, Kula; (808) 878-3004; www.aliikulalavender.com

Maui’s Winery Several wines available as are tours of Ulupalakua Ranch. (808) 878-1266; www.mauiwine.com

Hāna’s Cultural Center & Museum Collection of artifacts, antique Chinese and Japanese bottles and thousands of photographs of the Hana District. Open daily. Admission is free, however, a donation is suggested. www.hookele.com/hccm

Expeditions Ferry Reliable transport between Maui and Lanai across the Auau Channel year round, departing five times a day. The 15 mile crossing lasts 45 minutes. An added bonus is the free whale watching during the season. Adult: $30.00 each way; Child: $20.00 each way; www.go-lanai.com

Lāna’i City Grille Locals and visitors alike are regulars at Friday and Saturday nights which feature live music in the back terrace at this casual dining spot. One Keomoku Road, Lāna’i City; (808) 565-7211; www.hotellanai.com